conspired

Example Sentences

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All that has conspired to produce a World Cup that is struggling to catch on with the public.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

The Iran war, soaring jet-fuel prices, and the soccer World Cup have all conspired to make domestic travel in the U.S. incredibly pricey.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

Once again, Eddie Howe's side conspired to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory after the visitors conceded two late goals in a 2-1 loss against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

The loss of small perks and rise of AI have conspired to strip work of all joy, making the office ‘feel like a funeral.’

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 30, 2026

Both of them sat silent on the moss-covered rock in the slant of sunlight through the old pines and thought how many tiny chances had conspired to bring them to this place.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman